Human genome

Human genome

The human genome consists of 23 chromosome and the small mitochondrial DNA. 22 of the 23 chromosomes are autosomal chromosome pairs and the last one being a gender-determining pair. In total, the human genome contains the sequences of the 3 billion chemical base pairs that make up human DNA and approximately 20,000-25,000 genes. By understanding human genome, scientists are able to develop new medical applications that can significantly advance the state of health care.

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constipation

Medical; Human genome

1) Condition in which bowel movements are infrequent or incomplete. 2) Decrease in normal frequency of defecation accompanied by difficult or incomplete passage of stool and/or passage of ...

consanguinity

Medical; Human genome

Genetic relatedness between individuals descended from at least one common ancestor.

chloroplast

Medical; Human genome

Large cellular organelle that contains chlorophyll, consists of a complex lammelar system of membranes, and functions as the site of photosynthesis in green algae and green plant cells.

complementary DNA

Medical; Human genome

1) A DNA that is complementary to a given RNA which serves as a template for synthesis of the DNA in the presence of reverse transcriptase. 2) Complementary DNA produced from a RNA template by the ...

ceramides

Medical; Human genome

A type of fat produced in the body. It may cause some types of cells to die and is being studied in cancer treatment.

chloride channels

Medical; Human genome

Cell membrane glycoproteins selective for chloride ions.

cirrhosis

Medical; Human genome

Widespread disruption of normal liver structure by fibrosis and the formation of regenerative nodules that is caused by any of various chronic progressive conditions affecting the liver (as long-term ...